Cooking Method: Blanching
Ikra, Eggplant Spread
Ikra is a Ukranian vegetable spread that's made of roasted eggplant, bell peppers, onions, carrots, and garlic. I had it at a restaurant recently and decided to make my own. This deliciously healthy spread can be served with sliced bread, pita chips or would work well with a charcuterie board.
By - Prep: 35 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 5 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Curried Cauliflower Gratin
I got this recipe years ago from my cousins, Tony and Lisette. This Curried Cauliflower Gratin is simple to make. It's cheesy, has a hint of curry powder, and bakes until it's golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 2 Servings
Broccoli Rabe with Parmesan and Lemon
Broccoli rabe or rapini is a superfood packed with vitamins and nutrients to fuel your meal. It boosts your immune system, supports heart health, improves digestion, protects your eyesight and detoxes. This Broccoli Rabe with Parmesan and Lemon is really quick and easy to prepare. Give it a try.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Green Beans Gremolata
Green Beans Gremolata is an Ina Garten recipe which uses French green beans or Haricots Verts. Gremolata is an Italian chopped herb condiment classically made of lemon zest, garlic, and parsley. This zesty sauce brightens the dish.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Serving
Brussels Sprout and Gruyère Gratin
This Brussels Sprout and Gruyère Gratin makes an incredible side dish for your holiday table. I actually cut the recipe in half just to test it, but do not cut the cheese sauce in half! That is the chef's prerogative!
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
French Beans & Snow Peas with Hazelnut & Orange
This French Beans & Snow Peas with Hazelnut & Orange recipe come from Ottolenghi: The Cookbook by Yotam Ottolenghi. These crisp green beans and snap peas are taken to a whole other level using hazelnut oil and fresh orange zest. Not only is it a beautiful dish, but it's also delicious!
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Haricots Verts and White Beans with Shallot Vinaigrette
This recipe for Haricots Verts and White Beans with Shallot Vinaigrette is a wonderful combination of creamy white beans and slightly crunchy haricots verts, which makes an interesting textural mix, and it’s sturdy enough to stand at room temperature for several hours. I love anything that I can make ahead. Truth be told, I did not soak the beans overnight, I used canned beans! I was a bit pressed for time.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 15 mins
- Yields: 10 - 12 Servings
Asparagus with Sesame-Vinegar Dressing
I bought a new Japanese cookbook (I have quite a few!) called Japan from Japan: The Cookbook, by Nancy Singelton Hachisu. It has lots of wonderful looking recipes. I happen to love asparagus so I made this Asparagus with Sesame-Vinegar Dressing. I love anything that can be made ahead.
- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Sweet and Spicy Roast Chicken
This Sweet and Spicy Roast Chicken has a chile-flecked, honey-imbued marinade spiked with fresh citrus juice gives this chicken its fiery, syrupy character. Dates and carrots give the sauce texture and additional sweetness while a garnish of fresh herbs and pistachio nuts lends freshness and crunch. The ingredients can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance, then all you need to do is pop it in the oven just before your guests arrive, and garnish it at the last minute. Serve it with couscous, polenta, rice or another soft grain to soak up the sauce.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Caramelized Spicy Green Beans
I'm always searching for new side dish recipes. These Caramelized Spicy Green Beans are quick and easy to prepare. Haricot vert is the French term for these long, slender green beans. "Haricot" means bean and "vert" means green in French. They are also more tender and have a more robust flavor than your typical American green beans.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
